Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of New York, NY from $400 (22 Rentals)

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Lenox Terrace
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lenox Terrace

484 Lenox AveNew York, NY 10037
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1630-1636 Park Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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Douglass Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglass Park

300 W 128th StNew York, NY 10027
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101-105 W 133rd St
Studio Apartments

101-105 W 133rd St

101-105 W 133rd StNew York, NY 10030
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214 W 102nd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

214 W 102nd St

214 W 102nd StNew York, NY 10025
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2783-2787 Broadway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2783-2787 Broadway

2783-2787 BroadwayNew York, NY 10025
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1461 Amsterdam Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1461 Amsterdam Ave

1461 Amsterdam AveNew York, NY 10027
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Common Robinson
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Common Robinson

267 W 139th StNew York, NY 10030
Corporate Housing
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561 Lenox Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

561 Lenox Ave

561-567 Lenox AveNew York, NY 10037
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2335 First Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2335 First Ave

2335 First AveNew York, NY 10035
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318-324 E 126th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318-324 E 126th St

318-324 E 126th StNew York, NY 10035
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337 W 138TH ST
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

337 W 138TH ST

337 W 138th StNew York, NY 10030
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513-515 W 111th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

513-515 W 111th St

513-515 W 111th StNew York, NY 10025
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3421-3425 Broadway
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

3421-3425 Broadway

3421-3425 BroadwayNew York, NY 10031
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Dartmouth Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Dartmouth Apartments

509 W 110th StNew York, NY 10025
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Uptown, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,595. 1856 Park Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,521. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (N4)4BR,2BA$1,595
1856 Park Avenue8GStudio,1BA$2,521
Third at BanksideSPStudio,1BA$2,600
852 Amsterdam AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,750
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NY

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $6.74 price per square foot B6 Model at Avalon Morningside Park in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $8,745. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the 140 W 123rd St Model at 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3 starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Morningside ParkB62BR,2BA$6.74
140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3140 W 123rd St1BR,1BA$2.73
Forten at Columbia2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$7.07
62 W 106th St3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$6.25
The Reserve2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A2BR,2BA$5.20
2 St Nicholas Terrace3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$6.43
852 Amsterdam AveFlex 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$7.21
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.80
Third at Bankside1B1BR,1BA$5.40
1856 Park Avenue4JStudio ,1BA$5.36

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown is at 1856 Park Avenue listed at $2,521.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment is $2,825 at Third at Bankside.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown is starting from $2,000 at The Reserve.

What is the most affordable Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve and starts from $4,352.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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